Cicada Killer Wasps
WouterDuring summer, cicada killer wasps are a common sight on the National Mall in Washington, DC. They are larger than average wasps, but they aren’t considered a stinging threat. In fact, you can easily identify these large wasps by their black and red body, thick wings, and large bulging red eyes.
Cicada killer wasps are usually solitary insects. They live in burrows and build underground nests. Their preferred nesting sites are sandy soils. They are also attracted to standing water. Their aggregations can persist for years in the same spot. They are primarily found in the eastern United States, east of the Rocky Mountains.
Cicada Killers are large wasps, ranging in size from two inches to a few inches. They have a black body with a yellow stripe running across the abdomen. They have six brightly colored legs. They also have a transparent brownish wing.
Their flight begins in the early morning, and they stay in the tunnels until dusk. They are loud and agitated. They prefer open ground and low vegetation, but they can be found in gardens, flower beds, and even lawns. They also sting cats and dogs. If you are unsure of whether or not you have these wasps in your yard, contact a pest control company.
Cicada killer wasps are attracted to unsecured garbage cans. They also like to dig in flower beds and lawns. Their burrows can be up to a foot deep. They prefer sandy soil, but will also dig in light-textured soil.
